Heyland Recruitment are working with a world leading international manufacturer as they look to recruit an experienced Buyer to become a crucial member of their supply chain team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market leading business and arguably the most recognised brand within their industry, with an outstanding global reputation for the quality of its products. The Buyer is responsible for managing the full sourcing cycle of goods & services. This includes the raising and management of all direct purchase documents within the ERP or other Procurement systems where designated, ensuring adherence to project milestone requirements.
Responsibilities Include:
Strategic Sourcing:
- Responsible for execution of the supplier sourcing process in line with Category strategy where possible for assigned categories/suppliers.
Supplier Relationships:
- Responsible for leading and co-ordinating supplier relationships and strategy(s) within the designated external supply chain.
- Lead specific supplier relationships fulfilling the accountabilities of the project/stakeholder. This will include full sourcing and on-boarding of any potential new suppliers.
Cost Management:
- Operating through the full sourcing life cycle, ensure the supply chain within assigned categories meet annual Purchase cost commitments and project business cases using a total cost of acquisition approach, ensuring progress is reported via standard purchased cost management/budget process.
- Responsible for the resolution of cost issues, and maintenance of supplier pricing within the ERP system or other Procurement systems. Consults with Procurement Managers and agrees counter measure(s).
Delivery:
- Responsible for the delivery performance of those suppliers within designated categories to support programme milestone requirements, and serial production requirements if product is subject to supplier transfer.
- Consults with Procurement Managers and agrees counter measures where supplier performance falls below acceptable standards or contractual obligations.
Quality:
- Support for the quality performance (typically within the sourcing phase) of those suppliers within responsible categories.
- Consults with relevant Procurement and Quality Managers and agrees counter measures where supplier performance falls below acceptable standards or contractual obligations.
Processes and Procedures:
- Accountable and responsible for ensuring adherence whilst continually improving the company's processes and procedures, maintaining procurement systems to ensure associated KPI's are met and ensuring records are maintained in line with company and regulatory requirements.
- Manage delivery of business plans compliant with all regulatory and environmental frameworks.
Skills & Requirements:
- 2 years+ experience in manufacturing/direct/indirect purchasing
- CIPS Qualified (or willing to work towards)
- Global outlook and exposure to different challenges, cultures, and ways of working.
- Understands and operates supplier relationship and category management
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Has a proven track record in delivering results, on time and on budget.
- Understands value levers and cost drivers
- Understands manufacturing processes and cost drivers
- Understands total cost of acquisition impact
- Contract and supplier negotiation experience
Benefits:
- Generous group pension plan with up to 7.5% employer contribution matched by employees with death in service benefits of 4x salary
- Competitive salaries tied to performance, reviewed annually for fairness.
- Standard 37-hour week, 25 days annual leave, statutory holidays
- Supportive environment investing in growth through mentorship, training, professional subscription, and certifications.
- Cultivating a culture where diversity is valued and respected, fostering innovation and organisational success.
- Our motivating work environment and leadership approach empower individuals to enact meaningful change and contribute positively to the organisation's success.
- Friend referral bonuses and loyalty programs are accessible, providing incentives for referrals and encouraging loyalty among employees.
- Social events like BBQs, golf outings, and Christmas parties for team building and fostering a vibrant workplace culture.
- Flexible core office hours and hybrid working (1 day at home)
- Generous company sick pay scheme (linked to service)
- Free parking and unlimited fresh coffee!
Buyer
Runcorn
£40,000-£50,000
JM/00271